Agenda - Parks and Recreation Commission - 01/09/2025

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Chapter 5 Conclusions and Recommendations 5.1 Conclusions The hypothesis of this research study was that the role of the public administrator is critical in fostering and maintaining the cross-sector relationships that are instrumental in the implementation of public art in a small city. This research used a qualitative case study design to contrast and compare the activity and roles of the public administrator in relation to public art initiatives in each of the three sub j ect cities. The following key findings were developed from the interviews conducted as part of this study. Research Question I Does the public administrator's role in managing cross-sector collaborations lead to a successful public art project? e This research indicates that the public administrator's role in managing cross-sector collaborations can contribute to a successful public art project. The public administrator plays multiple roles concerning public art including fulfilling interpersonal, informational, and decisional roles. The city manager, and administrative staff, often play a pivotal role between the art commissioning group, the city council, and the public. All three subject communities had developed public art policies and had incorporated public art into the strategic vision for the community. The city manager is the individual responsible for taking the high level policy direction from the city council and implementing those policies on a day-to-day basis. The research showed that an inclusive upfront collaborative process can build a common expectation among the elected official, the artists, and the public about the value of art in the community and 142